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Tax Season Shouldn't Be Stressful—Here's Why
What steps can you take to reduce the stress of tax season?
Tax season doesn’t just impact finances—it hits emotions hard, especially during winter when stress is already high. This episode reframes taxes as a manageable process instead of a personal failure, offering reassurance, humor, and clarity. With practical steps and emotional grounding, you’ll be shown how to move from panic to a plan.
Topics Ben Matthews explores in this episode:
(01:54) Emotional reactions to tax documents are normal and shared by nearly everyone.
(02:50) A tax refund can create false confidence if it is spent before it actually exists.
(03:47) A structured refund plan can reduce stress, improve daily life, and still allow room for joy.
(05:45) Owing taxes does not mean failure and does not automatically lead to severe consequences.
(06:41) IRS payment plans and withholding adjustments can prevent repeated tax stress year after year.
(07:39) Winter depression and low energy amplify avoidance, procrastination, and money anxiety.
(08:38) A seven-day tax prep reset can replace chaos with clarity, control, and confidence.
Learn more: https://debtsucks.info
Talk with Ben Matthews: 803-799-1700
Subscribe to the Debt Sucks Podcast!
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The Debt Sucks Podcast is your fun, no-BS approach to debt relief. Say goodbye to stress, shame, and debt. Hosted by consumer bankruptcy attorney Ben Matthews, this is your weekly dose of real, relatable advice on crushing debt. If you’re dealing with mounting bills or sick of living paycheck to paycheck, we’re here to help you take control of your finances and find your way out.
This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/
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By Ben MatthewsWhat steps can you take to reduce the stress of tax season?
Tax season doesn’t just impact finances—it hits emotions hard, especially during winter when stress is already high. This episode reframes taxes as a manageable process instead of a personal failure, offering reassurance, humor, and clarity. With practical steps and emotional grounding, you’ll be shown how to move from panic to a plan.
Topics Ben Matthews explores in this episode:
(01:54) Emotional reactions to tax documents are normal and shared by nearly everyone.
(02:50) A tax refund can create false confidence if it is spent before it actually exists.
(03:47) A structured refund plan can reduce stress, improve daily life, and still allow room for joy.
(05:45) Owing taxes does not mean failure and does not automatically lead to severe consequences.
(06:41) IRS payment plans and withholding adjustments can prevent repeated tax stress year after year.
(07:39) Winter depression and low energy amplify avoidance, procrastination, and money anxiety.
(08:38) A seven-day tax prep reset can replace chaos with clarity, control, and confidence.
Learn more: https://debtsucks.info
Talk with Ben Matthews: 803-799-1700
Subscribe to the Debt Sucks Podcast!
Apple: https://apple.co/3Fz2vXE
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vTVtMFd6BlbeA5gqTQW9i
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DebtSucksPod?sub_confirmation=1
Facebook: https://facebook.com/debtsuxspod
Instagram: https://instagram.com/debtsuckspod
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@debtsuckspod
X: https://x.com/debtsuckspod
The Debt Sucks Podcast is your fun, no-BS approach to debt relief. Say goodbye to stress, shame, and debt. Hosted by consumer bankruptcy attorney Ben Matthews, this is your weekly dose of real, relatable advice on crushing debt. If you’re dealing with mounting bills or sick of living paycheck to paycheck, we’re here to help you take control of your finances and find your way out.
This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/